Probably the three most evocative words in automotive history are Gran Turismo Omologato, GTO. Ferrari has used the GTO designation only twice, each time to build a sensational GT car, equally at home on road or track. Introduced in 1984, the 288 GTO was conceived for Group B racing though almost all of the 200 examples needed for homologation were in road-going trim. As happens occasionally, some lucky customers were able to buy a superb road car because others wanted to go racing. Every example was built from lightweight materials, including Kevlar, and came with competition brakes. The GTO bore a family resemblance to the Ferrari 308 GTB, with a longer wheelbase, but any similarity ended there. The V8 Quattrovalvole engine was boosted by two IHI turbochargers and was mounted longitudinally. It was also fitted forward in the frame (the front four cylinders were beneath the rear screen) to give perfect balance and truly outstanding roadholding. In standard form this engine produced a massive 400 bhp with 366 lb/ft torque at 3,800 rpm. Top speed was 190 mph and 0-62 mph could be achieved in under five seconds. Even so, it was a perfectly tractable road car and even air conditioning was an option. This car was retrofitted with upgraded factory air conditioning in March 2001. Maranello Concessionaires sold this GTO in July 1985 and it was kept by its first Australian owner, in England and Switzerland, until sold at BROOKS March 2000 auction, by which time it had covered little more than 10,000 kms. In Switzerland it was meticulously maintained by the renowned official Zurich concessionaire Garage Foitek. After its return to England with its second owner - a well known Scottish collector and historic racer - it was maintained by Moto-Technique of Surrey. Moto-Technique was responsible for fitting the air conditioning and also for the repairing the bodywork when, in April, 2001, the car had an argument with the side of a cliff in the South of France, fortunately at low speed. The repairs were undertaken without regard to cost and the fastidious third owner (who acquired the car at Bonhams 2001 Gstaad Ferrari sale) describes the condition of the body, as every other element of the car, as 'excellent'. It is, naturally, finished in Rosso Corsa while the seats are upholstered in black leather. Copious documentation is available, including many bills, the original warranty and owner's service book, a British registration document and MoT certificate. Current mileage stands at just 18,000km (2,400km since a full service) and the vendor, who owns a number of classic cars but can no longer drive the GTO due to a hip problem, states that it is “superb in every respect”. Ferrari is jealous of is heritage and only an outstanding car would be allowed to inherit a designation as glorious as 'GTO'. Only 200 examples of the 288 GTO were made which makes the model the most rare road-going Ferrari of the past 35 years and one of the most desirable of any time. Les trois mots les plus évocateurs de toute l'histoire de l'automobile sont sans doute "Gran Turismo Omologato" ou GTO. Ferrari n'a utilisé cette désignation que deux fois, et chaque fois pour créer une GT sensationnelle, aussi à l'aise sur route que sur circuit. Présentée en 1984, la 288GTO fut conçue pour le Groupe B de voitures sport. Chaque exemplaire était construit avec des matériaux légers, tels que le Kevlar, et doté de freins de compétition. En juillet 1985, Maranello concessionnaires ont vendu cette GTO à un Australien qui l'a conservée en Angleterre et en Suisse, puis l'a vendue aux enchères chez Brooks en mars 2000. A cette époque, elle avait parcouru un peu plus de 10'000 km. En Suisse, elle a été confiée au concessionnaire officiel zurichois renommé, le Garage Foitek, pour un entretien méticuleux. Après son retour en Angleterre avec son deuxième propriétaire, un célèbre collectionneur et coureur écossais, elle a été entretenue par Moto-Technique, dans le Surrey. C'est Moto-Tec
Probably the three most evocative words in automotive history are Gran Turismo Omologato, GTO. Ferrari has used the GTO designation only twice, each time to build a sensational GT car, equally at home on road or track. Introduced in 1984, the 288 GTO was conceived for Group B racing though almost all of the 200 examples needed for homologation were in road-going trim. As happens occasionally, some lucky customers were able to buy a superb road car because others wanted to go racing. Every example was built from lightweight materials, including Kevlar, and came with competition brakes. The GTO bore a family resemblance to the Ferrari 308 GTB, with a longer wheelbase, but any similarity ended there. The V8 Quattrovalvole engine was boosted by two IHI turbochargers and was mounted longitudinally. It was also fitted forward in the frame (the front four cylinders were beneath the rear screen) to give perfect balance and truly outstanding roadholding. In standard form this engine produced a massive 400 bhp with 366 lb/ft torque at 3,800 rpm. Top speed was 190 mph and 0-62 mph could be achieved in under five seconds. Even so, it was a perfectly tractable road car and even air conditioning was an option. This car was retrofitted with upgraded factory air conditioning in March 2001. Maranello Concessionaires sold this GTO in July 1985 and it was kept by its first Australian owner, in England and Switzerland, until sold at BROOKS March 2000 auction, by which time it had covered little more than 10,000 kms. In Switzerland it was meticulously maintained by the renowned official Zurich concessionaire Garage Foitek. After its return to England with its second owner - a well known Scottish collector and historic racer - it was maintained by Moto-Technique of Surrey. Moto-Technique was responsible for fitting the air conditioning and also for the repairing the bodywork when, in April, 2001, the car had an argument with the side of a cliff in the South of France, fortunately at low speed. The repairs were undertaken without regard to cost and the fastidious third owner (who acquired the car at Bonhams 2001 Gstaad Ferrari sale) describes the condition of the body, as every other element of the car, as 'excellent'. It is, naturally, finished in Rosso Corsa while the seats are upholstered in black leather. Copious documentation is available, including many bills, the original warranty and owner's service book, a British registration document and MoT certificate. Current mileage stands at just 18,000km (2,400km since a full service) and the vendor, who owns a number of classic cars but can no longer drive the GTO due to a hip problem, states that it is “superb in every respect”. Ferrari is jealous of is heritage and only an outstanding car would be allowed to inherit a designation as glorious as 'GTO'. Only 200 examples of the 288 GTO were made which makes the model the most rare road-going Ferrari of the past 35 years and one of the most desirable of any time. Les trois mots les plus évocateurs de toute l'histoire de l'automobile sont sans doute "Gran Turismo Omologato" ou GTO. Ferrari n'a utilisé cette désignation que deux fois, et chaque fois pour créer une GT sensationnelle, aussi à l'aise sur route que sur circuit. Présentée en 1984, la 288GTO fut conçue pour le Groupe B de voitures sport. Chaque exemplaire était construit avec des matériaux légers, tels que le Kevlar, et doté de freins de compétition. En juillet 1985, Maranello concessionnaires ont vendu cette GTO à un Australien qui l'a conservée en Angleterre et en Suisse, puis l'a vendue aux enchères chez Brooks en mars 2000. A cette époque, elle avait parcouru un peu plus de 10'000 km. En Suisse, elle a été confiée au concessionnaire officiel zurichois renommé, le Garage Foitek, pour un entretien méticuleux. Après son retour en Angleterre avec son deuxième propriétaire, un célèbre collectionneur et coureur écossais, elle a été entretenue par Moto-Technique, dans le Surrey. C'est Moto-Tec
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